[SOLVED] After Effect Error : Could Not Convert Unicode Character 23::46

The After Effects error message you’re encountering, “Could not convert Unicode character 23::46,” indicates a problem with a specific character in your project file that After Effects is having trouble interpreting or converting.
To resolve this issue, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:[tie_index]Change system locale[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

1. Change system locale:

   Go to your Control Panel → Region → Administrative → Click on the Button “Change system locale…”Uncheck the CHECKBOX: “Beta: Use Unicode UTF-8 for worldwide language support” and restart your computerAfter restarting your computer try to open Adobe After Effects, And it will work. If you continue to experience the error, follow the next steps.[tie_index]Update After Effects[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

2. Update After Effects:

   Ensure that you have the latest version of After Effects installed on your computer. Sometimes, updating the software can fix compatibility issues and bugs.[tie_index]Check font compatibility[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

3. Check font compatibility:

   The error could be related to a specific font used in your project. Check if any of the fonts you’re using are corrupt or not supported by After Effects. Try replacing the problematic font with a different one and see if the error persists.[tie_index]Remove special characters[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

4. Remove special characters:

   Look for any special characters or symbols in your project file, such as unusual characters in layer names, text fields, or file paths. Replace or remove these characters and see if it resolves the issue.[tie_index]Duplicate and simplify the project[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

5. Duplicate and simplify the project:

   Create a duplicate of your project file and start removing elements or layers one by one to identify the specific component causing the error. By simplifying the project, you can narrow down the problematic area and potentially isolate the issue.[tie_index]Reset preferences[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

6. Reset preferences:

   Sometimes, corrupted preferences can cause errors in After Effects. You can reset the preferences by holding down the Ctrl+Alt+Shift (Windows) or Command+Option+Shift (Mac) keys while launching After Effects. A dialog box will appear, asking if you want to delete the preferences file. Confirm the action and see if it resolves the error.[tie_index]Reinstall After Effects[/tie_index][padding top=”0″ bottom=”0″ right=”5%” left=”5%”]

7. Reinstall After Effects:

   If none of the above steps work, you may need to uninstall After Effects completely and then reinstall it. This can help resolve any underlying software issues that may be causing the error.

If you continue to experience the error after trying these steps, it might be worth reaching out to Adobe support or the After Effects community for further assistance. They may be able to provide more specific guidance based on the nature of your project and error message.